How to BRAND Yourself for Success in 2024 Discover key personal branding strategies tailored for every top executive, from CEOs to COOs. Whether you're aiming to redefine your professional image or enhance your visibility, these tips are designed to make you shine in your industry. ✨ 🔍 Showcase Your Unique…
This inventor may have cracked the code for removing microplastics from water 🤯 Fionn Ferreira's technique uses vegetable oil and magnetite powder to bind microplastics, which are then removed with a magnet 🧑🔬 This method can clear up to 85% of microplastics in one sweep—and it’s reusable, scalable, and cost-effective…
Athletes Are Investing in Tech Startups From the track to the tech scene, Olympic athletes are not just champions in sports—they're becoming influential players in the tech startup world. 🏅 🤝 Powerful Partnerships: Discover how these elite competitors are using their platforms to foster innovation and drive significant impacts in…
🌊 Could the Ocean Be Our Next Big Energy Source? New wave technologies are proving that the power of the ocean can be harnessed for clean energy. 1️⃣ SWEL’s Waveline Magnet uses floating platforms to convert wave motion into power, all while being made from recyclable materials. 2️⃣ Eco Wave…
Women in Business: Do Gender Roles Affect Risk Tolerance? How do gender roles shape our approach to risk in business? We're diving deep into the impact of traditional gender expectations on risk tolerance among women entrepreneurs. 🌍 👩💼 Challenging Norms: Uncover how these dynamics influence decisions in the startup and…
🚀 Redefining Success in Venture Capital! 💼 Do women need to mirror men to succeed in the male-dominated world of venture capital? This is a burning question we're diving into today. 🤔 👩💼 Breaking Stereotypes: We're exploring the unique hurdles women face in VC and discussing whether adopting traditionally male…
This vacuum just made beach cleanups super easy! These devices are powerful enough to clean up everything from microplastics on beaches to plastic debris scattered across rugged terrains. 💡 How It Works:By using advanced separation technology, these systems can differentiate between plastic and natural materials. This tech ensures that only…
🚀 Empowering Change in Venture Capital! 💼 Venture capital isn't just about funding—it's about fair opportunities. Today, we're tackling the crucial topic of gender equity in VC. With women entrepreneurs facing unique challenges, it's time to level the playing field. 🌍 👩💼 Championing Women in VC: Discover how promoting diversity…
The earthly landscapes that inspired the universe of Star Trek… These landscapes are real, so let’s protect them. Wishing a happy Star Trek Day to all who celebrate! Live long and prosper. 🖖
Why is investing in deep tech so crucial? Deep Tech represents the convergence of science, engineering, and design, playing a vital role in tackling climate change. For technologies that can genuinely impact decarbonization, we need to focus on hardware and deep tech solutions. As we discussed, just as the transition…
What are the top technologies with significant decarbonization potential? For instance, Helios, led by Jonathan Giffman, produces green steel through direct reduction of iron ore. This innovative method uses sodium in a chemical process, achieving zero direct emissions and cutting operational costs by 25%. Given that steel production is responsible…
When recycling batteries, do we need to inject new minerals or can we reuse the existing ones? There are two main recycling processes: pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy. Pyrometallurgy, which involves heating materials to over 1500 degrees, is less relevant for climate-conscious investors due to its high emissions. On the other hand,…
Could a world where everything is recycled make European economies self-reliant, or are we still far from that reality? I believe we can get there. For example, 2Zero, a German company in our latest Climate First cohort, is working on recycling lithium-ion batteries with a recovery rate of over 97%.…
The focus has recently shifted to minerals and access to critical materials, which is reshaping geopolitics. With China controlling 80% of the global battery market and rare earth supply chains, how will this impact the global balance of power? This morning’s announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs entering the…
In the quest to decarbonize, certain sectors pose significant challenges beyond steel. We often discuss #IndustrialInnovation in the production of cement, plastic, and long-haul transportation. While I'm a big fan of #Batteries, they simply won't suffice for everything. For example, powering a transatlantic flight with batteries could be physically impossible…
In today's show, I'm welcoming Nadav Steinmetz an early stage climate tech investor based in London, UK. Nadav is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Climate First. Nadav delves into he critical role of deep tech in combating climate change and the challenges and opportunities faced within this niche. The…
We are the first generation to feel the effects of climate change and the only one who can save our planet before it’s too late. 🔥🌍 As President Obama said, the time for action is now. Our choices today will determine the future of our world. That is why governments,…
🌀 Preventing Burnout: The Power of Self-Regulation 🕊️ Burnout isn't just about working hard—it's about lacking self-regulation. When we continuously push without pauses, ignoring the need to recharge, burnout looms. Women often excel in creating balance, empowering teams, and preventing burnout by recognizing when it's time to slow down. 🌿…
🌍 Europe's Lead in Climate Tech: A Model for Innovation 🌱 Europe continues to be a powerhouse in climate and nature tech, setting a precedent that the rest of the world, especially the US, can learn from. Successful exits and reinvestment cycles here prove that putting money into climate tech…
Tick-tock: We’re almost at 1.5°C—here’s what happens next... Despite international commitments, global CO2 emissions are still rising, and the world is edging closer to this critical threshold. Recent data shows that the average global temperature for the last decade was the warmest on record, at around 1.2°C above pre-industrial levels.…
🚀 Evolving as an Entrepreneur 🌱 First-time founders often believe they must single-handedly guard their startup’s mission, but with experience comes wisdom. The journey teaches that your role might be just to start things off or help scale. Each venture is a gift to the world, and detachment allows for…
Trees in the US and Europe are falling to a bark beetle pest, but there’s finally a solution in sight🌟 With Pillum, we can intervene smartly to protect our woodlands, maintain the delicate ecological balance, and preserve the biodiversity that’s essential for a healthy planet🌱 #Forestry #climateinsiders #innovation #sustainability #climate…
🚀 The Power of Top Talent in Startups 💼 Starting strong with senior, experienced management can propel rapid growth. Imagine building a small team that expands to hundreds in just two years, all thanks to the influential culture and leadership skills of a few key hires. 🌟 💡 Strategic Hiring:…
